LIFE+ has been designed to contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and communication of EU environment policy. LIFE+ should closely support the priorities of the 6th Environment Action Programme (2002-2012) which are to combat climate change, to halt the decline in bio-diversity, to minimise negative environmental effects on human health, and to deal with natural resources and waste in sustainable ways. The European Commission envisages two strands: 'Implementation and Governance' to consolidate the knowledge base and help Member States get better and quicker results in applying EU environment policy; and 'Information and Communication' to raise environmental awareness and share best practices. Includes detailed explanations regarding eligibility and procedures, as well as the required application forms.(Original source: http://europa.eu.int/comm/environment/life/news/index.htm)
